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How the Met Office measures the weather: Sunshine, cloud, visibility, pressure and radiation

Understanding the weather is essential for everything from aviation safety to daily forecasts.

Week ahead forecast: Wet weather continues, but signs of change for Christmas

As we move deeper into December, the weather continues to be dominated by rain and unsettled conditions, especially for western parts of the UK.

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Keeping aviation adaptable and resilient in a changing world

As millions of passengers prepare to fly home for Christmas and the New Year, the Met Office is working around the clock to keep global aviation moving safely. Even when you've left UK shores, we're still looking after you. 

Weekend weather forecast: Another spell of unsettled weather

As we approach the weekend, parts of the UK are set for another spell of unsettled weather.

10-day trend: Brief periods of mild, drier weather but rain on the way

As we move through December, the UK’s weather continues to be shaped by a persistent and repetitive pattern.

Storm Bram by numbers: A look into December’s first storm 

Storm Bram swept across the UK and Ireland in early December, bringing a potent mix of heavy rainfall, powerful winds, and unseasonably warm temperatures.  

A view of clouds from the edge of the earth's atmoshpere.

Understanding long-range forecasts: Science, skill, and application

Long-range forecasts are a vital tool for understanding and adapting to climate variability and change.

Week ahead forecast: Multiple warnings in place as Storm Bram arrives

The week ahead brings a dynamic and unsettled spell of weather across the UK, with Storm Bram setting the tone for the start of the period.

Why Storm Bram? Understanding the naming behind the latest UK storm

With Storm Bram on the way, you could be wondering why it’s been named Bram, especially as Storm Benjamin and Claudia have already swept through before it.

Weekend weather outlook: Wet, windy, and changeable

The UK faces unsettled weather this weekend with gusty winds, frequent showers, and occasional sunny spells.

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